Dr. McKenna Cup
Derry were drawn in Section B of the 2007 Dr. McKenna Cup alongside Cavan, Tyrone and Queens University Belfast. Manager Paddy Crozier used the competition as a chance to give inter-county experience to some young promising players, alongside more experienced players. Derry lost to Cavan and Tyrone, before defeating QUB in their final group game.
Derry McKenna Cup line-ups:
| Opposition | Derry team | Ref |
|---|---|---|
| Cavan | ||
| Tyrone | ||
| QUB | B. Gillis; K. McIvor, K. McGuckin, J. Keenan; P. Cartin, L. Hinphey, P. O'Hea; J. Diver, R. Convery; R. McElhone, C. Gilligan, R. Wilkinson; S.L. McGoldrick, J. Kelly, Paul Bradley. Subs used: E. Lynn for McElhone (50 mins), F. Doherty for Diver (66 mins). |
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